The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has announced upcoming restrictions on campfires, target shooting, and other activities on the department’s lands in Eastern Washington to help reduce wildfire risk.
Starting July 1, restrictions include: fire or campfires, including those in fire rings. Personal camp stoves and lanterns fueled by propane, liquid petroleum, or liquid petroleum gas are allowed. Discharging firearms for target shooting or other purposes, aside from lawful hunting, unless otherwise posted. Target shooting is permitted daily from sunrise to 10 a.m. through Aug. 15 only at two Department shooting ranges: the Methow Shooting Range in the Methow Wildlife Area Unit, and the Asotin Creek Shooting Range at the Asotin Creek Wildlife Area Unit.
Additionally, smoking is only allowed in an enclosed vehicle. Welding and the use of chainsaws will also be restricted and motor vehicles must remain on developed roads. Parking is permitted within designated parking areas, including developed campgrounds and trailheads; and in areas without vegetation that are within 10 feet of roadways.
All restrictions beginning July 1st will remain in effect until further notice. Any changes to the regulations will be posted to Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s wildfire information webpage.
Fireworks are prohibited year-round on all state-managed lands around the state.
